The Anime Show with Joey & AkiDearest

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YouTubers Joey the Anime Man and Aki Dearest join forces for an hour of anime. What’s hot, what’s not, what’s new and what you should be watching. If you love Anime, you need this.

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The Anime Show with Joey & AkiDearest episodes:

06.26.2018
The final episode
Joey and Aki look back at their time on The Anime Show. What are their favourite episodes? What do they regret? And who came up with the name for the show?
06.19.2018
Living with earthquakes in Japan
For the Japanese, earthquakes are a fact of life. Unlike Aki, Joey has experienced a few. Should you still visit Japan despite the risk of an earthquake? How prepared is the country for these natural disasters?
06.19.2018
Living with earthquakes in Japan
For the Japanese, earthquakes are a fact of life. Unlike Aki, Joey has experienced a few. Should you still visit Japan despite the risk of an earthquake? How prepared is the country for these natural disasters?
06.12.2018
Getting into K-Pop as an anime fan
BTS' 'Fake Love' is everywhere at the moment and for Aki, she is surprised at how big K-Pop has become especially in the US. Joey also recognises how influential and powerful the internet is behind the success of K-Pop, but...
06.06.2018
Fooly Cooly returns after 17 years
Fooly Cooly is Joey and Aki's all time favourite anime and new episodes have been released for the first time in 17 years. Why was there such a long wait? And was it worth it?
05.30.2018
EXTRA: Devilman Crybaby donkey sound scene: a critical analysis
Joey and Aki receive a question from a listener requesting they break down THAT scene from Devilman Crybaby. You know, the one where the girl makes donkey sounds. Their response might surprise you!
05.29.2018
Which anime made you cry?
This week Joey and Aki answer some of your questions on the hashtag #sbsanime. What is the first anime they watched together? Which anime made them cry? Find out on this week's episode of The Anime Show
05.22.2018
American sushi & what to eat in Japan
Joey and Aki share with you some of their favourite places to eat in Japan. Some of their recommendations might surprise you. Also, what does Joey think of sushi in America?
05.15.2018
EXTRA: Do you know your 90s Shonen Jump series?
Joey tests Aki on her Shonen Jump knowledge. Do you think you can name more Shonen Jump series than Aki?
05.15.2018
The Shonen Jump Museum
Joey relived some of his favourite manga memories with a trip to the Shonen Jump museum in Tokyo. How much do you know about Shonen Jump series?
05.08.2018
EXTRA: Yaoi, Yuri & LGBTQI+ in Japan
The LGBTQI+ community is really well represented in Yaoi and Yuri manga and anime, so why is it so under-represented in Japan's 'real-life'?
05.08.2018
What's the LGBTQI+ community in Japan like?
Japan had their Gay Pride parade recently and 5, 000 people attended. Joey and Aki didn't even know there was a Gay Pride parade in Japan, so they talk about the LGBTQI+ community, what issues people in the Japanese LGBTQI+...
05.01.2018
The Top Japanese YouTubers
It's all about Japanese YouTubers this week. Joey and Aki let us in on who we need to know about in the Japanese Youtubing scene, and who some of their faves are. Joey got his sister into one of his...
04.24.2018
EXTRA: Joey's sister's supernatural story
Joey's sister has heightened supernatural senses. He shares a story about when she went on a ghost tour at one of Australia's most haunted places.
04.24.2018
Japanese horror movies vs Western horror movies
Joey and Aki are talking Japanese horror movies, and the differences with Western horror films. Joey's not stoked about the topic this week. He doesn't like scary movies (who can blame him?) but Aki loves them, and is convincing him...
04.17.2018
EXTRA: Joey's Japanese test
Joey tests Aki on her knowledge of Japanese grammar. Does Aki get it right? Does Joey actually know the answer? How did you go?
04.17.2018
Learning Japanese; how you can do it too
Joey learnt Japanese from his parents, but Aki had to learn Japanese later in life, which is a lot harder. So, Aki's here to help everyone who's learning (or wants to learn) a language. She reveals the different methods she's...
04.10.2018
EXTRA: Joey's pet peeve
As a music lover, Joey hates when people where clothes with musicians they don't know on them. What are your thoughts?
04.10.2018
Remembering Studio Ghibli co-founder Isao Takahata
Studio Ghibli co-founder Isao Takahata died last week, aged 82. Joey and Aki are remembering the amazing man that was behind so much of Studio Ghibli's success. He had many Anime titles to his name, like Grave of the Fireflies and...
04.03.2018
EXTRA: The $10K Anime figurine Joey wants to buy
Joey reveals the time he first laid eyes on an Anime figurine worth $10,000. He is serious about wanting to purchase it. If only he had room in his house...
04.03.2018
The most expensive Anime merch
What happens when a couple both want to buy the same Anime figurine? Joey and Aki talk about the most expensive Anime figurines they've ever seen and spill on the most they've spent. Plus, findout how they make Anime merch...
03.27.2018
EXTRA: The world's first animated YouTuber
Joey and Aki introduce you to the (self-proclaimed) world's first animated YouTuber. In the country where YouTubers are highly embraced, one of the hottest personalities is just a series of ones and zeros.
03.27.2018
Joey and Aki's favourite anime is finally getting a sequel
One of Joey and Aki's favourite anime is getting a sequel after 18 years! The pair describe why it's such a great Anime and why the sequal's hype is real. Plus they preview an upcoming live-action adaptation of an Anime...
03.20.2018
EXTRA: Advice for learning languages
Joey shares his experiences learning Japanese and shares some wisdom for those learning new languages.
03.20.2018
Going to school as a young Anime fan
Flying solo this week, Joey talks about his history with all things Otaku. Which manga and anime he grew up with. How he got so good at Japanese, and he reveals some of the hardships he faced going to school...
03.13.2018
Extra: How to please your Otaku partner
Joey steps out of his comfort zone and reveals the little thing he does that makes Aki very happy.
03.13.2018
The life of an Otaku couple
What its like to be an Otaku couple. Joey and Aki explain about the weird and wonderful things they get up to at Anime conventions, and let us know if they'd ever do couple cosplay. Plus there's one topic they...
03.06.2018
EXTRA: If Anime awards were like the Oscars
Joey has an opinion on how the winners for the Crunchyroll Anime Awards are chosen, and Aki has a clear prediction on the film that would end up winning a lot of awards if it was chosen like the Oscars.
03.06.2018
Forget the Oscars, we're talking Anime Awards
While Joey and Aki were disappointed with the lack of Anime nominations at the Oscars, they want to talk all things Anime Awards. Anime's answer to the Oscars were on recently; the Crunchyroll Anime Awards! Joey and Aki have some thoughts...
02.27.2018
EXTRA: Will Joey marry Aki?
Would Joey marry Aki if he had to choose between her and an Anime character? Ooooh, it's an interesting answer!
02.27.2018
Anime you want to marry (kiss, and do away with)
Joey and Aki play the ultimate test of loyalty to anime characters! Which famous anime (and Pokemon characters) do they want to kiss, marry, or...do away with. Aki puts Joey on the spot and asks if he'll marry her!
02.20.2018
EXTRA: Missing a train in Japan (it's an experience)
If you miss the last train in Japan, you'll spend a very long night outside...
02.20.2018
Best and worst of Japan
Aki's heading back to America. But before she does she's sharing a list of her 'best and worst' about Japan. Japan's healthy (and good!) food is so delicious. She doesn't have a lot of negatives (but find out her little...
02.13.2018
EXTRA: The biggest problem with Gijinkas today
Joey and Aki fight over whether there are good Gijinkas anymore. Joey gets passionate about why he thinks they aren't good (hint: #memes).
02.13.2018
A debate over Gijinkas; why they're good and really bad
Joey and Aki have very different opinions on Gijinkas (don't worry, if you don't know what that means, Aki explains it for you). Aki's been following them for a while and can appreciate them. She thinks there's some really good...
02.06.2018
EXTRA: Joey in Anime form
Aki shares a little too much about her relationship with Joey when she makes up an Anime film title that describes the two of them. Joey plays it safe and calls their life boring.
02.06.2018
The Anime that makes us cry
Joey and Aki admit they cry watch Anime. They're answering all your questions; Aki compares her boyf to an Anime film, and Joey talks about his favourite female anime characters.
01.30.2018
EXTRA: Not all films that win awards are good
With the Oscar nominations out this week, Joey says people shouldn't just watch the nominated films (or the award winners). You need to find films you like; just because a film wins an award doesn't mean you're going to love...
01.30.2018
Why are there no Anime Oscars nominees?
Why don't Anime films get nominated at the Oscars? Joey and Aki let us know which Anime films they thought deserved a gig this year, and some reasons why Anime often gets overlooked. They're asking for your thoughts...do you think...
01.23.2018
EXTRA: Aki's failed Anime joke
Joey and Aki are telling us who they think will win in this year's Crunchyroll Anime Awards. Aki tries to make a joke about a title of a nominated Anime film, but fails.
01.23.2018
Crunchyroll Anime Awards: winner predictions
The 2018 Crunchyroll Anime Awards are on February 24 in Los Angelas. So, Joey and Aki tell you their top predictions about who they think the winners will be, who should have been nominated plus some of the names they...
01.17.2018
EXTRA: Aki's three word film review
Aki makes it very clear that she is a fan of the new Anime series, Devilman Crybaby. She sums up her thoughts in three words. If you want to hear Joey and Aki's full review of the anime series, check...
01.16.2018
Devilman Crybaby Anime review
Joey and Aki tell you if it's worth seeing new anime series, Devilman Crybaby. There's some cool moments in this film, including rapping (that the guys love) and biblical themes. If you don't like spoilers, don't worry! The guys give...
01.09.2018
EXTRA: Aki's Japanese punk impression
Aki does a (very loud!) impression of Japanese punk! This week, Joey and Aki give you their guide into the best J-pop artists to listen to. Check out the full episode!
01.09.2018
Joey and Aki's guide to J-pop (they found from Anime)
What are the best J-pop artists to listen to? Joey and Aki have both been big big J-pop fans for a while and take you through their top picks for who to listen to. Of course they draw inspiration from...
01.05.2018
Joey and Aki talk about Logan Paul
This week, Joey and Aki talk about the controversy around one of Logan Paul's recent videos.
12.29.2017
Aki has fallen in love with Japanese idols
Joey and Aki tell you their personal picks for 2017's top anime films, the biggest trends in the Otaku community and Aki says she has found a new level appreciation for Japanese idols! They also discuss goals for 2018, the life...
12.19.2017
The 9 biggest Otaku markets of 2017
What were the 9 biggest Otaku markets of 2017? This week, Joey and Aki tell you about what Otaku people loved most this year. K-pop idols made the list and Joey thinks 2017 has seen a huge increase in the...
12.19.2017
EXTRA: Aki's thoughts on BTS
Joey thinks 2017 was a massive year for K-Pop. Joey and Aki think BTS has had a big role to play in the rise of K-Pop which leads Aki to tell you her thoughts on the band.
12.12.2017
EXTRA: Alita's eyes in 'Alita Battle Angel' remind Joey of 'Avatar'
There's been heaps of discussion about Alita's eyes in the Alita: Battle Angel live-action Trailer. A lot of people don't like them. Joey and Aki don't mind them. They remind Joey of the characters in James Cameron's Avatar. And Aki thinks they work. What do you...

What's The Anime Show with Joey & AkiDearest about?

Download our free app to listen on your phone

The Anime Show with Joey & AkiDearest episodes:

The final episode

Living with earthquakes in Japan

Living with earthquakes in Japan

Getting into K-Pop as an anime fan

Fooly Cooly returns after 17 years

EXTRA: Devilman Crybaby donkey sound scene: a critical analysis

Which anime made you cry?

American sushi & what to eat in Japan

EXTRA: Do you know your 90s Shonen Jump series?

The Shonen Jump Museum

EXTRA: Yaoi, Yuri & LGBTQI+ in Japan

What's the LGBTQI+ community in Japan like?

The Top Japanese YouTubers

EXTRA: Joey's sister's supernatural story

Japanese horror movies vs Western horror movies

EXTRA: Joey's Japanese test

Learning Japanese; how you can do it too

EXTRA: Joey's pet peeve

Remembering Studio Ghibli co-founder Isao Takahata

EXTRA: The $10K Anime figurine Joey wants to buy

The most expensive Anime merch

EXTRA: The world's first animated YouTuber

Joey and Aki's favourite anime is finally getting a sequel

EXTRA: Advice for learning languages

Going to school as a young Anime fan

Extra: How to please your Otaku partner

The life of an Otaku couple

EXTRA: If Anime awards were like the Oscars

Forget the Oscars, we're talking Anime Awards

EXTRA: Will Joey marry Aki?

Anime you want to marry (kiss, and do away with)

EXTRA: Missing a train in Japan (it's an experience)

Best and worst of Japan

EXTRA: The biggest problem with Gijinkas today

A debate over Gijinkas; why they're good and really bad

EXTRA: Joey in Anime form

The Anime that makes us cry

EXTRA: Not all films that win awards are good

Why are there no Anime Oscars nominees?

EXTRA: Aki's failed Anime joke

Crunchyroll Anime Awards: winner predictions

EXTRA: Aki's three word film review

Devilman Crybaby Anime review

EXTRA: Aki's Japanese punk impression

Joey and Aki's guide to J-pop (they found from Anime)

Joey and Aki talk about Logan Paul

Aki has fallen in love with Japanese idols

The 9 biggest Otaku markets of 2017

EXTRA: Aki's thoughts on BTS

EXTRA: Alita's eyes in 'Alita Battle Angel' remind Joey of 'Avatar'